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- Elena Castellanos
Cultural Travel Expert
Elena Castellanos
An art historian born in Granada, Elena spent a decade studying Moorish architecture and Gaudí’s genius before sharing Spain’s soulful narrative with the world.
- Writing about travel
- 7+ years
- Covers
- Andalusian architecture (Alhambra, Mezquita), Gaudí and Modernisme in Barcelona, Spanish museums (Prado, Reina Sofía), Historical neighborhoods in Toledo and Segovia
- Languages
- es
Stories by Elena Castellanos
· 12 min read
Canary Islands in Winter: Which Island, Weather & What to Do
Which island to choose for winter sun, what the weather is really like, and what to do from Teide to the dunes.
· 5 min read
Safety and Scams
Where pickpockets work in Madrid and Barcelona, the scams to recognise, and what to do if something is stolen.